2007 Kia Rio vs. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1969 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rio | W 111 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
